1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1958 GAZ M20
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 GAZ M20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 758 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1958 GAZ M20 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GAZ |
Model | 33 Stradale | M20 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |